How About Xinjiang Special Train Tour 2026 Complete Guide to Tianshan Train Accommodation Prices and Experience Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
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Tianshan Express:2026 In-Depth Xinjiang Travel: Complete Guide to Accommodation and Experiences 🚂
🌄 Highlights of the Itinerary:A moving ‘star-rated hotel’ + Panoramic Xinjiang
In 2026, Xinjiang tourism continues to soar in popularity, with special train tours becoming a top choice due to their advantage of ‘multiple destinations in one trip, traveling by night and sightseeing by day.’ The Tianshan Express, a flagship product of Xinjiang railway tourism, features ‘full soft-sleeper trains, special dining, and themed activities’ as its core offerings. It connects classic destinations such as Urumqi, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar, covering both the northern and southern regions of the Tianshan Mountains over a 13-day journey, earning it the nickname ‘Encyclopedia of Xinjiang Tourism.’
The train uses customized soft-sleeper carriages, divided into three series: Blue Diamond, Silver Diamond, and Executive. Each carriage is equipped with charging ports, climate control, and 24-hour hot water, with some rooms featuring scenic windows and en-suite bathrooms. During the trip, tourists can visit attractions during the day and travel to the next destination by train at night, avoiding the fatigue of long-distance travel by bus, making it especially suitable for elderly tourists and family travel.
📅 Simple Itinerary:A 13-Day Visual Feast Through All Four Seasons
According to the latest itinerary, the Tianshan Express adopts a dual ‘land + train’ mode, with the specific itinerary as follows:
✨ Day 01:Departure Location – Urumqi
Upon arrival, check into a downtown hotel. For free time activities, we recommend visiting the International Bazaar or Red Hill Park to experience Urumqi’s diverse culture.
✨ Day 02:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Beitun
In the morning, visit Heavenly Lake of Tianshan and take a boat to see the reflection of the snow-capped mountains; in the evening, board the train to Beitun and enjoy Xinjiang-style noodles for dinner.
✨ Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu
Spend the whole day exploring Kanas Lake and hiking the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Crescent Bay, and Wolong Bay). Overnight at the Jiadengyu Eco Hotel.
✨ Day 04:Jiadengyu – Hemu -五彩滩 (Wucai Beach) – Jinghe South
In the early morning, capture the morning mist of Hemu Village; in the afternoon, explore the yardang landforms at Wucai Beach; at night, travel by train across the Junggar Basin.
Tianshan Express: 2026 In-Depth Xinjiang Travel: Complete Guide to Accommodation and Experiences 🚂✨ Day 05:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Yining
Cycle around Sayram Lake, passing by the Guozigou Bridge, and arrive in Yining in the evening to experience the Russian-style charm of Liuxing Street.
✨ Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayinbuluk
Ride horses on the Nalati空中草原 (Aerial Grassland) and wait for the sunset at the Nine Curves and Eighteen Bends of Bayinbuluk in the evening.
✨ Day 07:Bayinbuluk – Duku Highway – Kashgar
Travel along the southern section of the Duku Highway, enjoying views of canyons, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands along the way, and arrive in Kashgar at night.
✨ Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Taxkorgan
Visit Karakul Lake, overlook Muztagh Ata, explore the Stone City and Golden Grassland, and overnight in Taxkorgan County.
✨ Day 09:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
Participate in home visits with local families of various ethnic groups, taste hand-pulled rice, and stroll through the old city night market after returning to Kashgar.
✨ Day 10:Kashgar – Xiangfei Garden – Aksu
Visit Xiangfei Garden and Id Kah Mosque, and board the train to Aksu in the evening.
✨ Day 11:Aksu – Wensu Grand Canyon – Turpan
Explore the Wensu Grand Canyon, feel the震撼 of the Danxia landforms, and travel across the Tianshan Mountains to reach Turpan at night.
🌄 Highlights of the Itinerary: A moving ‘star-rated hotel’ + Panoramic Xinjiang✨ Day 12:Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Grape Valley – Urumqi
Visit the Flaming Mountains and Karez Irrigation System, enjoy a fruit feast at a grape estate, and return to Urumqi in the evening.
✨ Day 13:Urumqi – Return Trip
Transfer to the airport/train station based on flight/train schedules and conclude the journey.
💰 Pricing Information:Tiered Pricing for Flexible Choices
The 2026 Tianshan Express offers multiple room types with prices varying by departure date, as follows:
🔹 May 7 Departure
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB per person
Blue Diamond Quad Room:13,999 RMB per person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:19,999 RMB per person
Executive Twin Room:19,999 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:18,999 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12,999 RMB per person
🔹 July 28 / August 11 Departures
In 2026, Xinjiang tourism continues to soar in popularity, with special train tours becoming a top choice due to their advantage of ‘multiple destinations in one trip, traveling by night and sightseeing by day.’ The Tianshan Express, a flagship product of Xinjiang railway tourism, features ‘full soft-sleeper trains, special dining, and themed activities’ as its core offerings. It connects classic destinations such as Urumqi, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar, covering both the northern and southern regions of the Tianshan Mountains over a 13-day journey, earning it the nickname ‘Encyclopedia of Xinjiang Tourism.’Blue Diamond Quad Room:14,999 RMB per person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:20,999 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 RMB per person
Executive Twin Room:20,999 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:19,999 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13,999 RMB per person
🔹 June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4 Departures
Blue Diamond Quad Upper Bunk:16,999 RMB per person
Blue Diamond Quad Lower Bunk:17,999 RMB per person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:24,999 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB per person
Executive Twin Room:26,888 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25,888 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17,888 RMB per person
The train uses customized soft-sleeper carriages, divided into three series: Blue Diamond, Silver Diamond, and Executive. Each carriage is equipped with charging ports, climate control, and 24-hour hot water, with some rooms featuring scenic windows and en-suite bathrooms. During the trip, tourists can visit attractions during the day and travel to the next destination by train at night, avoiding the fatigue of long-distance travel by bus, making it especially suitable for elderly tourists and family travel.🔹 June 13 / 25 / September 5 Departures
Blue Diamond Quad Room:21,888 RMB per person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:29,888 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB per person
Executive Twin Room:26,888 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25,888 RMB per person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17,888 RMB per person
🔹 October 9 Departure
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9,999 RMB per person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:15,999 RMB per person
⚠ ️ Pricing Information:
The price includes soft-sleeper train tickets, scenic spot admission fees, all meals, local transportation, and guide services. Personal expenses are not included. Prices may fluctuate with the market, and the specific price shall be subject to the contract signed.
📝 Registration Method:
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency for information on available departure dates and discounts.
📅 Simple Itinerary: A 13-Day Visual Feast Through All Four Seasons💡 Fee and Service Information:
✔ ️ Fees Include:Soft-sleeper train tickets, first admission tickets to scenic spots, all meals (including special meals), local air-conditioned tourist buses, guide services, and travel agency liability insurance.
✔ ️ Fees Do Not Include:Personal expenses, transportation, and meal fees during free time activities.
✔ ️ Policy:For single travelers, we will do our best to arrange room-sharing. If room-sharing is not possible, an additional fee will be required, with the specific amount subject to actual consultation.
✔ ️ Special Notes:Some scenic spots in the itinerary may have their order changed or be replaced due to weather or policy reasons. Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made after mutual agreement between both parties.
🌈 Experience Highlights:
1️⃣ Travel by Train at Night, Save Time and Effort:Night travel saves daytime hours, allowing tourists to fully explore scenic spots.
2️⃣ Diverse Room Types to Meet Needs:From economical quad rooms to luxurious presidential suites, suitable for different budgets and needs.
3️⃣ Special Dining, a Feast for the Taste Buds:Arrange regional delicacies such as Xinjiang-style noodles, hand-pulled rice, and roast whole lamb throughout the journey.
4️⃣ Themed Activities, Enrich the Journey:Host ethnic song and dance performances, photography sharing sessions, and other activities on the train to enhance interaction.
📌 Precautions:
1️⃣ Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so bring warm clothing and sun protection items.
2️⃣ Some scenic spots are at high altitudes, so it is recommended to prepare medications for altitude sickness in advance.
3️⃣ The train itinerary is紧凑 (compact), so please adhere to the assembly times to avoid affecting the team’s progress.
In 2026, take the Tianshan Express and spend 13 days traveling through snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and Gobi, experiencing the grandeur and diversity of Xinjiang. Whether traveling with family, friends, or alone, this journey will leave you with unforgettable memories!
Contact Manager Maizi at 13201333409 or WeChat 13201333409 to send itinerary and quotation
